SENIOR CLASSIFICATION OFFICER

SENIOR CLASSIFICATION OFFICER

This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Central Florida Reception Center in the Classification department. The Classification Department accurately assesses and classifies inmates based on their needs, risks, and behaviors. We ensure appropriate housing and program placements within the correctional system. Our goal is to enhance safety and security while promoting effective rehabilitation, ultimately aiding in the successful reintegration of inmates into society.

This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

Job Duties

Join our dynamic team and make a real impact! This exciting position involves managing inmates through a collaborative case management approach, ensuring their needs are met with effective communication and resources. Key responsibilities include:

• Manage a diverse caseload of inmates, including those with special statuses, and prepare comprehensive inmate management plans.
• Recommend custody classifications and institutional program assignments based on thorough evaluations from reports, interviews, and correspondence.
• Supervise and evaluate inmate progress, preparing detailed progress reports and making special status recommendations.
• Maintain accurate inmate information in the department's offender database system and evaluate gain time awards.
• Assist in training new classification staff, support the Classification Supervisor with administrative functions, and manage a Release officer caseload.

Benefits

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance. Tuition-Free college courses. Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System: Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan) Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan) Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) Deferred Compensation.

Required Qualifications

Must possess two (2) years of Classification Officer experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with the following qualifications: Experience with file audit and custody procedures. Possess a working knowledge of disciplinary processes. Capability to handle large volumes of inmate change and movement.

Location: Orlando, FL, US, 32831